The influx of new cases pouring into the CAC has definitely taken a toll on the staff. It is extremely difficult to bear witness to a child’s pain, but the dedicated interviewers at the CAC carry on regardless. Montana has worked at the CAC for 3 years and has conducted over 500 forensic interviews in her time there. In her experience, the number one thing that community members can do to support the center is to report suspected child abuse.
“Without a report or referral, there isn’t much we can do for a child or family. That’s why we need community members, coaches of sports teams, youth leaders, to be aware of the signs and to not be afraid to report.”
If you want to make your community safer, contact Amanda Tant at advochild.org about the Darkness to Light training workshop. Darkness to Light is a child abuse prevention training course where anyone can learn about the signs of child abuse. Learn more about reporting child abuse today and help a child in need.